Soft matter and liquids Research update Microscopes move to smaller scales Optical microscopy achieves its highest-ever resolution
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Read article: Fusion-in-a-bubble sparks controversy Soft matter and liquids Research update Fusion-in-a-bubble sparks controversy Evidence of nuclear fusion in a sonoluminescence experiment is dismissed by other scientists
Read article: Micro-jets make designer droplets Soft matter and liquids Research update Micro-jets make designer droplets Electrically tailored drops of liquid could aid drug delivery and food processing
Read article: Sound waves size up sonoluminescence Soft matter and liquids Research update Sound waves size up sonoluminescence A new technique could help to explain how some imploding bubbles emit light
Ultracold matter Research update Laser tweezers get a grip on DNA Versatile optical technique could play a role in fields from biomechanics to nanotechnology
Transport properties Research update Liquid crystals single out microwaves The technology behind lap-top computer screens branches out into microwave devices
Read article: Magnetic polymer makes its debut Soft matter and liquids Research update Magnetic polymer makes its debut Scientists develop the first organic magnet from a polymer
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Soft matter and liquids Research update Heavy water tests body water A drink of heavy water provides a quick and simple measurement of body water
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